As the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), we register veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to practise in the UK, and regulate their educational, ethical and clinical standards.
Our aim is to safeguard the health and welfare of animals under veterinary care, protect the interests of those dependent on animals and assure public health.
In this section you can learn more about our role, meet RCVS Council, read meeting papers and find out about our history and legal footing.
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| The role of the RCVS | RCVS Council | |
| Our main responsibilities and functions are set out here. Learn about our role as both a regulator and a Royal College | Learn about the role of RCVS Council, view meeting agendas and papers, and read about Council Elections | |
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| Veterinary Nurses Council | Committees | |
| Learn about the role of the VN Council, view meeting agendas and papers, and read about Council Elections | Read about the work done by our Committees, view meeting agendas and download papers |
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| Consultations | How to find us | |
| Do we listen? See what issues we've consulted about, and the consultations we've responded to | Visiting the RCVS? Maps, directions and travel tips to make your journey easier | |